For centre-back Williamson, it is a first Premier League start of the season - and his 100th start for the Club - and just rewards for an impressive showing as a second-half replacement at Everton on Monday night.

Cabaye also made an impact as a substitute at Goodison Park, with a 35-yard wonder-goal, and comes in to the heart of Newcastle's midfield.

And Senegalese front man Cisse - who netted his first goal of the season ten days ago against Leeds in the Capital One Cup - is recalled up front.